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Information Technology
IT1703
Introduction to Computing Concepts
3 ch (3C)
An introduction to the essential concepts of computers, computing systems and
computer-based information systems. Topics also include microcomputer operating
systems and current office software. This course may not be taken for credit by BBA, CS,
BISc, Engineering, and Science (except BSc in Economics) students. Credit will not be
given for both IT 1803 and IT 1703.
IT1713
Multimedia and the Information Technology
3 ch (3C)
Introduction to multimedia concepts and technical underpinning of digital multimedia
(including vector vs bitmap graphics, color, and animation). The current practices in web
page design and construction using HTML (including advanced concepts such as CSS,
image maps, etc.). Various software packages are introduced including PowerPoint for
creating slide shows. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by Computer Science
and Information Science students.
IT1803
Introduction to Computers and Systems 3 ch (3C)
An introduction to the essential features of computers, computing systems and computerbased information systems. Includes: microcomputer operating systems, word processing
and spreadsheets. This course is intended for students in Business, Education and
Physical Education and cannot be taken for credit by CS, BISc, Engineering, or Science
(except BSc in Economics)students. Note: credit will be given for only one of IT 1803 ,
IT 1813 , or IT 1703 .
IT1813
Introduction to Data Management 3 ch (3C)
This course covers the storage, manipulation, and presentation of data. Examples are
drawn from various domains, such as sales, business-related, and scientific data. Two
software packages are presented for such propose: MS Excel (concepts including
formula, data consolidation, and graphical representation) and MS Access (concepts
including table design for data storage, queries in both QBE and SQL format, forms, and
report generation). Emphasis is placed on the strengths of each tool, and how to benefit
from both by importing data from one tool into the other. Macro programming is
introduced, so as to create simple applications within these tools. Note: This course may
not be taken for credit by Computer Science and Information Sciences students. Credit
will not be given for both IT 1803 and IT 1813 .
IT2773
Java Programming for the Internet
3 ch (3C)
The course will cover algorithm design and programming techniques using current
software for web programming. Students are expected to have basic web page
development skills.
Prerequisite: IT 1713 or permission of instructor. Note: This course cannot be taken for
credit by CS students. Also, credit will be granted for only one of the following courses:
CS 1003 , CS 1073 , CS 1616 , or IT 2773.